Mark Steven Porter, son of Robert Porter and Patricia Erps Porter, was born August 6, 1955 in Manning, Iowa. Mark passed away peacefully with his family by his side from complications of Multiple Myeloma on March 9, 2016 at Taylor House Hospice in Des Moines. He was 60 years of age.

A Service of Remembrance was held Monday, March 14 at Slininger-Schroeder Funeral Home, Jefferson. Words of comfort were given by Pastor Ken Bose of Trinity Lutheran Church, Perry. Honorary bearers were Jim Aswegan, John Hill, Joe Cummings, Matthew Campfield and Matthew Douglas. The recorded music played was “Fire and Rain” by James Taylor and “Closer To Believing” by Emerson, Lake & Palmer. Interment was at Dodge Township Cemetery, Guthrie County.

Mark grew up in Bagley and attended school in Yale, Jamaica, and Bagley, graduating from YJB High School in 1973. After graduation he went to Grandview College, majoring in Art. Mark went to work for Isadore Construction Company and then later for AAI in Jefferson where he worked for 29 years. He then moved to Ames and worked for Rich Lepper Construction and Lowe’s.

On June 3, 2006, Mark was married to Brinda Taylor. Mark and Brinda took many trips on their Harley Davidson. Mark enjoyed fishing, hunting, woodworking, golf, drawing, custom painting, cars and stained glass. He was a dog lover, having many dogs throughout his life.

Mark was preceded in death by his father, Robert; his uncle, Howard Porter; and his aunts, Doris Stout and Eleanor Mobley.  He is survived by his wife, Brinda Taylor Porter of Ames; his daughter, Kelly Porter (Matthew) Campfield; and grandson, John Robert Lewis Campfield all of Westminster, CO; his mother, Patricia Porter of Bagley; his sister, Susan Partridge of Iowa; mother-in-law, Sarah Taylor of Sigourney, IA; brothers and sisters-in-law: Jim (Robbie) Aswegan of Alleman, IA and John (Valerie) Hill of Fairfax, IA; nieces; nephews; other relatives; and many friends.

Memorials are suggested to the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation.

Slininger-Schroeder Funeral Home, (515) 386-2171.

Maxine Gladys Calvert Dunlop, 99, daughter of Robert William Calvert and Eva C. Hatfield Calvert, was born on September 20, 1916 in Hardin Township, Greene County, Iowa. She died Monday, March 14, 2016 at Greene County Medical Center in Jefferson.

Visitation was held on Wednesday, March 16, 2016 at Hastings Funeral Home in Jefferson. A funeral service was held Thursday, March 17 at 10:00 a.m., at Hastings Funeral Home in Jefferson. Words of comfort were officiated by Reverend Sheldon Henderson of Central Christian Church. Casket bearers were Edward Calvert, Donald Dunlop, Steven Smith, William J. Calvert, Christopher Calvert and Doug Fouch. Musician was Sheilah Pound. Music selected by the family was “In the Garden”, “Amazing Grace” and “The Old Rugged Cross”. Internment was held at Jefferson Cemetery.

Maxine grew up on the family farm and attended Hardin No.5 School through 8th grade. She graduated from Jefferson High School in 1935. Maxine then attended the teaching program at the University of Northern Iowa, earning a Teachers Certificate. Maxine taught at Greene County Country Schools before her marriage to Floyd Duane Dunlop on May 28, 1952 in Maryville, Missouri. Maxine was a farm wife and helped her husband, Duane on the farm they farmed west of Farlin, northeast of Jefferson and South of Dana. They made their home on the farm until 1968 when they moved to Grand Junction. Later, they bought a home in Jefferson.

Maxine loved to crochet and embroidery, collect pencils, stamps and match books. Her real love of collecting was her dear Hummel’s which she collected for many years and displayed in her home. She loved to read all kinds of books, which she did until her eyesight deteriorated.

She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers: Harlan, Cecil and Russell Calvert; and sisters: Marguerite Weaver, Romaine Calvert, Wilma Dunlop, Treva Smith and Nadine Bennett. Survivors include her husband, Duane of 64 years; sister, Billie Pevestorf of Jefferson; her brother, Robert Calvert of Charles City, Iowa; nieces and nephews; and many friends.

Hastings Funeral Home,  (515) 386-8181, www.hastingsfh.com.

Nancy Hogue, 83, of Creston, died Thursday, March 24, 2016 at the Rolling Green Village in Nevada, IA.

Memorial services will be held at a later date. Burial will be private. On line condolences may be left at www.powersfh.com.

Nancy Florence Hogue, daughter of Robert and Maude McNay, was born August 9, 1932 in Tampico, Indiana. Nancy graduated from Henryville High School in Henryville, Ind. in 1950. She later went to study one year at Indiana University. On June 24, 1950, she joined Thomas Hogue in marriage in Charleston, Ind.

Thomas already owned a farm there, so the couple first settled in Henryville, Ind. where Nancy worked at the Jeffersonville Hospital. In 1963, they moved to Audubon, Iowa for two years, then moved to Coon Rapids for seven years, where she worked for the daycare, Kiddy Corner. In 1972, they moved to Bayard where they operated and managed a hog confinement. Soon after, they returned to Coon Rapids where she began working at Ohde’s Funeral Home. Later, Nancy went back to school for Nursing Home Administration and she first started her administration career in Carroll. She also was a Nursing Home Administrator in Correctionville, Marshalltown, Pleasant Hill, then finally Creston, where she ended her career in 1988 due to health concerns.

Nancy was a member of the St. John’s Church of Christ. She was formerly an active member of Eastern Star and did numerous volunteer activities at various schools. In 2013, she moved to the Rose in Ames, catered living, and enjoyed church activity and friends, moving to Rolling Green Village in Nevada in 2015.

Nancy is survived by her children: Amy Becker (husband Steven) of Scranton, Carol Vincent (husband Jack) of Nevada, Lisa Hogue of Perry, Carl Joe Hogue (wife Lori) of Monroe, and Jane Trenkle of Creston; six grandchildren: Jon (wife Emily) Marshall, Tim (wife Kate) Marshall, Bree (husband Scott) Schwaller, Annalissa (husband Chris) Brodersen, Drake Hogue and Jaelyn Hogue; and two grandchildren, Dylan and Emery.  
Nancy is preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Maude McNay; her husband, Tom Hogue; her son, Michael Hogue; an adopted son, Clyde McNay; a granddaughter, Autumn Vincent; five brothers: Edward, Bob, Jim, Tom and Bill McNay; three sisters: Emily, Margaret and Mary McNay.

Powers Funeral Home, Creston. (641) 782-7036.

Eleanor Hanen, 91, a longtime resident of Jefferson, passed away peacefully Wednesday, February 24, 2016 at Shady Oaks in Lake City, Iowa, where she has been a resident for the past six years.

Memorial Services will be at 10:30 a.m., Monday, April 4, 2016 at Slininger-Schroeder Funeral Home in Jefferson, with Rev. Sheldon Henderson of the Central Christian Church presiding. The family will greet friends at the funeral home beginning at 9:30 a.m., Monday April 4th, one hour prior to the service. Burial will be at the Jefferson Cemetery, Jefferson. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Jefferson Public Library.

Eleanor Pauline (Crews) Hanen was born April 17, 1924 at home in Jamaica, Iowa, to Sadie (Ogden) and Ben Crews. She grew up on a farm in the Cooper area and graduated from Cooper High School. On April 15, 1943, Eleanor married Junior Hanen. While Junior served in the Navy, Eleanor followed him to Philadelphia and California. In California she worked as a “Rosie Riveter.”  After Junior’s service in the war, they moved to a farm north of Jefferson and later east of Jefferson.

Eleanor enjoyed farming life, raising two daughters, spending time with the grandchildren and great-grandchildren, reading and playing golf.  Family was very important to Eleanor, including spending time with her parents and sisters’ families. They had many, many fun times together from cleaning the basement, picnics, playing cards, family vacation fishing trips and driving out West. In later life, she worked at the West Central Coop and Jefferson Public Schools as a lunch lady.

Eleanor is survived by her daughters: Lana (Jim) Sorenson and Lynne (Charlie) Pederson; grandchildren: Kelly (Brett) Bruggeman, Kasey Stern and Tedd (Molly) Pederson; great-grandchildren: Morgan, Ben, Maddie and Abby Bruggeman, Kennedy and Kaitlyn Stern, Gracie Batchelder, Piper, Chloe and Zach Pederson; sister, Betty Mains; nieces and nephews.  She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Helen Turner; and brothers-in-law, Den Turner and Ralph Mains.

Slininger-Schroeder Funeral Home, www.sliningerschroeder.com, (515) 386-2171.

Frank Drayer, the son of Jim and Mildred (Gower) Drayer, was born October 7, 1923 in Paton, Iowa and departed this life March 22, 2016 at the Regency Park Care Center in Jefferson. He lived a full life to the age of 92 years, 5 months and 15 days.

Frank spent his childhood in Paton and attended and graduated from Paton High School in 1941. On February 15, 1948, Frank Drayer was united in marriage to Shirley Hamann at the Gowrie Methodist Church. Three children were born to this union. After their marriage, Frank and Shirley farmed near Gowrie and in 1953 they moved to a farm near Churdan. They farmed and raised their family and Frank also worked for the ASC (now known as Farm Service Agency) and did crop adjusting. Frank retired from farming in 1991 but continued to help when needed. Frank and Shirley moved to Jefferson in 1995 and in 2008 moved to the Greenwood Retirement Apartments.

Frank enjoyed feeding the birds and watching them out of his picture window as he sat in his easy chair. He enjoyed playing cards at the congregate meals and helping to deliver meals. Due to failing health, Frank moved to Regency Park Care Center in March of 2014 where he received excellent care and kind help from the nurses for whom he was very thankful. He was voted one year as King of the “Jefferson Bell Towers Festival” from Regency Park and rode in the parade.   

Frank was a 63 year member of the Churdan United Methodist Church, a long time member of the Odd Fellows Lodge and Cribbage Club. Frank always loved anything about farming. He loved the smell of fresh mowed hay, restoring tractors, making things ‘run” and fixing many things in his garage. He enjoyed tractor rides, coffee with the “coffee boys” and Nick Foster’s Threshing show. He loved to be together with his children and grandchildren for birthday parties and holidays.

He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Shirley; a daughter, Becki Cunningham and husband, Dave, of Paton; their daughter, Julie (Kelly) McCombs and their children: Cole (fiancée Ali Mortoza), Josie and Carter; two sons: Jim Drayer and wife, Cheryl of Dallas, Texas and their children: Jeff (Penelope), Jill (fiancée Joe Griffith) and Tracey (Robby) Robson and Dan Drayer and his wife, Sue, of Lincoln, Nebraska and their children: Alex, Cale, Brody and Derek (Jamie) and their children, Nolan and Hannah; and a sister, Doris Mundt of Gowrie. Those who preceded him in death were his parents; a grandson, Kevin Cunningham; and two sisters, Jessie Shriver and Eva Blair.     

It was Frank’s wish to be cremated. A memorial service was held at 3:00 p.m. Saturday, March 26, 2016, at the United Methodist Church in Churdan with Rev. David Arulnathan officiating. A visitation was held one hour prior to the service. Burial was made in the Dawson Township Cemetery west of Paton. Musical selections, “Precious Lord, Take My Hand” and “In the Garden” were sung by soloist Gary Haupert and accompanied by organist, Janice Tilley.

The Brown Funeral Home of Jefferson assisted the family.

Ramona Ann Conroy, 86, was born to Tenus and Selma Nerhus on May 23, 1929 on the family farm near Badger, Iowa. She died on Thursday, March 10, 2016 at Greene County Medical Center in Jefferson.

Ramona grew up near Badger and attended country school. She went on to receive her teaching certificate at Iowa State Teacher’s College in Cedar Falls. She taught for Bode and surrounding country schools before taking an elementary school teaching position in Jefferson in 1953. She taught full-time for 2½ years and continued to substitute teach for the Jefferson District for a number of years. Ramona also worked as a book keeper for Conroy Oil and as a proctor for Iowa Central Community College.  

Ramona was united in marriage to Lyle Kenneth Conroy on December 29, 1955. Together they were blessed with six children: Cindy, Dan, Kathy, Joan, Mary and Teresa. Ramona’s main love in life was her family. She enjoyed spending time with her kids and grandkids any chance she got. Ramona loved flower gardening, bird watching, cooking, sewing and creating hardanger gifts. She also enjoyed helping with Cub Scout and 4-H club activities. Ramona and Kenneth are both members of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church.

Ramona was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Valdon Nerhus. She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Kenneth of Jefferson; son, Dan Conroy of Jefferson; daughters: Cindy Conroy of Earlham, Kathy (Brian) Lage of Manning, Joan (Kurt) Olsen of Pillager, Minn., Mary (Bill) Boyett of Kingman, Ariz. and Teresa (Bob) Bleifus of Wildomar, Calif.; nine grandchildren: David Conroy, Christine Abbrescia, Ashley Lage, Eric Lage, Andrew Olsen, Sarah Olsen, Caleb Boyett, Will Boyett and Noah Bleifus; four great-grandchildren: Xander Conroy, Evelyn Conroy, Laken Conroy, and Lilyanna Abbrescia; sister, Ann Rose (Brant) Peterson of Dakota City; sister-in-law, Kay Nerhus Larson of Fort Dodge; brother-in-law, Keith (Joan) Conroy of Jefferson; six nephews; five nieces and many other family and friends.  

Memorials may be sent in lieu of flowers to the Iowa Commission for the Blind or Jefferson Public Library.  

Hastings Funeral Home, www.hastingsfh.com, (515) 386-8181.

Robert “Bob” Lutz, 76, of Jefferson died Wednesday, March 30, 2016 in Jefferson.

Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated Wednesday, April 6 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Jefferson with Fr. Jeff Schleisman officiating. Organist, Rhena Lane and St. Joseph’s Guitar Group provided the music. Burial was in St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Jefferson.

Robert Louis Lutz was born January 22, 1940 in Keokuk, Iowa and raised in Donnellson, the oldest son of Norma and Earl Lutz.  He attended Donnellson Community School and graduated in 1958.  He attended Iowa State Teachers College, now UNI, and played in the marching band. After graduation he taught for two years in Walker, Iowa before teaching 8th grade literature in Jefferson for 35 years, retiring in 2000.

Bob spent many hours playing bridge and long ago achieved the Master status. He was a fan of the St. Louis Cardinals and Iowa Hawkeyes and followed the Hawks to several bowl games.  

Bob is survived by his sister, Mary Jo Dickinson of Minnetonka, Minn. and his brother, Richard Lutz of Champaign, Ill.  He is also survived by his nieces: Julie Colby of Danville, Ill., Catherine Zois of Oakwood, OH and Catherine Dickinson of Telluride, Colo. and his nephew, John Dickinson of Telluride, Colo.  

His many friends will miss his sharp wit, lively conversations and Christmas letters. Mr. Lutz will also be remembered by hundreds of former students for his compassion for all students and the love of reading he passed on to them.

Memorials are suggested to the Jefferson Public Library and may be left at Slininger-Schroeder Funeral Home.

Virginia J. (Marker) Anderson, 100, of Lutz, Florida died Monday, March 28, 2016.

Graveside services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, April 8, 2016 at the Jefferson Cemetery. Rev. Gordon Moen of First Presbyterian Church will preside. In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to the Slininger-Schroeder Funeral Home, in Jefferson to support the ASPCA who recovered Virginia’s cat, Lucky and/or to the Lifepath Hospice Agency from Temple Terrace who provided her with excellent care.

Virginia was born to Clarence and Lydia Marker on March 21, 1916 near Jefferson, Iowa. She lived there until 1942, then moved to Neosho, Mo., then to Joplin, Mo, in 1948 where she lived for over 50 years until the devastating tornado in Joplin on May 22, 2011 destroyed her beautiful home and most of her possessions. Virginia, 95 years old at the time, miraculously survived along with her two cats, Pretty Kitty and Lucky. Afterwards, she moved in with Pauletta Daniels, mother of her grandchildren, her grandson, Scott Anderson and his kids, Aron and Monica until December 2011, finally moving in with her niece and great nephew, Gloria and Steele Meyers in Lutz, Fla. where she lived until her death on March 28, 2016.

She was very proud of her work history. Virginia pursued a career with the Federal Government, serving with agencies including the Veterans Administration in Joplin; Air Force Audit, Rocketdyne in Neosho, Mo.; Ozark Regional Commission, Muskogee and Claremore, Okla.; and Defense Contract Administration, Teledyne in Neosho, Mo.  In addition, she was the Administrative Assistant for Ozark Gateway RPC from 1968 to 1974.

Virginia is survived by son, Robert A. Anderson and daughter-in-law, Jody Ehrhardt of San Antonio, TX; two grandchildren, Shawn Adkins from Parsons, Kan. and Scott Anderson from Joplin, Mo.; five great grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; five nieces: Carole Fisher, Carrie (Ray) Feind, Mary (Steve) Droel, Gloria Meyers and Susan Dicks; lifelong friend, Shaloy Higgins; and her beloved cat, Lucky.

She was proceeded in death by her parents; three sisters: Marjorie Peninger, Florence Marker and Beverly Zawek; three brothers, Vincent Marker and two infant twins; two nephews, Dale Peninger and Bill Marker; lifelong friend, Jack Merry; and her beloved cat, Pretty Kitty.

Virginia loved helping her family, friends and many pets through the years. She loved gardening, flowers and butterflies. She enjoyed crossword puzzles. Virginia enjoyed spending time at her vacation home on Grand Lake in Okla. She was a loving, caring, beautiful, smart, witty, extremely strong and independent woman and shall never be forgotten. Like a hero ... she was the wind beneath the wings of many.

Slininger-Schroeder Funeral Home, Jefferson, (515) 386-2171.

Helen Eason, 88, of Scranton passed away Tuesday, March 29, 2016 at Thomas Rest Haven in Coon Rapids.

Born on January 3, 1928, on her family’s farm near Beech, Iowa, she was the daughter of O. A. and Catherine (Mott) Caulkins. She graduated from Collins High School in 1945 and then attended Iowa State Teachers College in Cedar Falls and earned her teaching certificate. Helen was married to Wilbur “Curly” Eason on August 1, 1951 in Collins. Following their marriage, Helen taught school in Scranton while Curly served in the United States Army. Upon Curly’s return, the couple moved to the Eason family farm east of Scranton where they raised their family and farmed until their retirement. Helen loved farming and loved driving a tractor.

Gregarious and generous, she lived a life of service to her church, her community, and her family. Helen and Curly advocated for education for those with special needs in the 1960’s and employment opportunities in the 1970’s on behalf of their daughter Genie, who was born with Down Syndrome. They were key contributors to the establishment of Genesis Development in Jefferson.

An able leader, Helen was an active member of Scranton United Methodist Church, serving continuously as a member and chairperson of various committees. Helen travelled with Curly to Louisiana on two mission trips to serve impoverished communities. She was a member and officer of the Scranton United Methodist Women, served as President for a number of years and as District Secretary for the Fort Dodge District. Helen was a 50-year member of the Order of the Eastern Star and held every office on the path to Worthy Matron.

Her community work spanned several decades as she helped organize numerous Scranton Alumni Banquets, served on the Scranton Betterment Committee, and was a board member of Cedar Lanes Estates (Greene County Home). Helen worked the election polls for many years, enjoyed being a census taker for two years, 2000 and 2010, and hosted local Republican caucuses in their home.

Always an educator, Helen loved researching historical topics and presenting her talks to various groups. She loved life and laughter, and people enjoyed her quick wit. Helen was dedicated to her family, and also loved and mentored anyone who needed an adopted mom or grandmother. And she always had a pot of coffee to share with frequent visitors who stopped at the farm.

Helen is survived by her husband, Wilbur “Curly” Eason of Scranton; three daughters: Rebecca Joy Eason Opalinski of Parker, Colo., Amy Marie Eason Bruns (Michael) of Natick, Mass. and Carol Winifred Eason of Scranton; five grandchildren: Logan Eason Opalinski, Brooke Helen Opalinski (Reinaldo Sanchez), Rachel Catherine Bruns, Madeline Ruth Bruns and Elizabeth Lea Bruns; her sister, Doris Dickel of Urbandale; and many nieces and nephews.

Helen was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Darel and Ben Caulkins; two sons-in-law, Kevin Bahl and John Reilly; and her daughter, Eugenia Eason on April 4, 2014.

Funeral services were held Saturday, April 2, 2016 at the Scranton United Methodist Church with Rev. Joyce Webb officiating. Music for the service was by Cheryl Nailor and Karen Murphy.  Casket bearers were Michael Bruns, Ken Caulkins, Richard Caulkins, Wendell Caulkins, Brian Eason, Marshall Eason, Michael Mullihan and Logan Opalinski. Burial will be in the Scranton Township Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be made to Genesis Development and the Scranton United Methodist Women and may be left at the funeral home or the church.  

Funeral arrangements were under the direction of the Dahn and Woodhouse Funeral Home in Scranton and online condolences may be left for the family at www.dahnandwoodhouse.com.

June H. McGrew, a lifetime resident of Greene County, passed away at the Greene County Medical Center on March 31, 2016, at the age of 104. Named for the month of her birth, she was born on June 30, 1911.

June enjoyed a long marriage to Maurice McGrew. They had no children, but after Maurice’s death, June shared her home with her sister, Wilma Hanson, and was a devoted caretaker in Wilma’s last years of life. June loved the natural world, and nurtured many homeless cats and other animals at her acreage north of Ralston.  

While she relished the privacy and rural beauty of her home, June always welcomed visitors and stayed in touch with her family. As one of her nieces fondly recalls, June wrote beautiful letters, often telling a story, enclosing an old photograph, or inserting a poem. A nephew describes her intelligence, strong will and soft heart. June grew up in difficult circumstances, as did many of her generation.  In her later years, she shared stories about the Hanson family, including insights about her brothers, Judge William Hanson of Jefferson and Donald Hanson, a Churdan business owner.  

June was also tough, independent and a real character. She had a lively sense of humor that she retained until the end, commenting on the state of the world or the challenges of aging with wry observations that kept her visitors chuckling.

June was preceded in death by her parents, husband, five siblings, and a beloved niece. In addition to the companionship of her sister, Wilma Hanson, June had two older sisters who died during the Influenza Pandemic of 1918. Deceased brothers are William C. Hanson and Donald J. Hanson. Her niece, Candace Burnell of Des Moines, passed away last year.  

June is survived by eight nieces and nephews and their spouses in Iowa, California and Arizona. They are James Hanson of Jefferson, Thomas Hanson of Des Moines, Jay and Mary Hanson of La Jolla, Don and Cindy (Hanson) Rushing of La Jolla, Elaine Hanson and Bruce Robbins of San Diego, Robert and Ann Hanson of West Des Moines, Lee and Patrice Hanson of Muscatin, and niece Deborah (Jerry) Cave of Gilbert, Ariz.

Pastor Jan Kolar, director of Raccoon River Bible Camp, helped June with daily tasks for several years, allowing her to remain in her own home prior to her move to the Greene County Long Term Care facility in 2012. In celebration of June McGrew’s life, Pastor Kolar will conduct services at 1:00 p.m. following a visitation beginning at noon on Thursday, April 7, 2016 at the Hastings Funeral Home in Jefferson, followed by burial at the Jefferson Municipal Cemetery.

Memorials may be sent to the Raccoon River Bible Camp at 875 B Avenue, Scranton, IA 51462, or to PAWS (People for Animal Welfare Society), P.O. Box 135, Jefferson, IA 50129.

Edward Allan Marsh, son of Harry Marsh and Edith Wright, was born May 14, 1923 in Grant Township, Greene County, Iowa, and died March 31, 2016 at the Greene County Medical Center.

His funeral service was held Tuesday, April 5 at Hastings Funeral Home in Jefferson. Jack Anderson of Jefferson conducted the funeral service. Honorary bearers were his nieces and nephews. Delores Anderson was the pianist and soloist, Josey Weaver sang “Amazing Grace” and “Happy Trails To You.” Burial was in the Jefferson Cemetery.  

Ed’s parents’ farm was southeast of Jefferson, where the first Greene County Courthouse was located. He was one of seven children and they attended a rural school just north of their farm home. He graduated from Grand Junction High School in 1941. Ed farmed with his father. On October 31, 1943, Ed was united in marriage with Grayce Mary McHugh at Central Christian Church in Jefferson. He worked for the Fremont Creamery in Jefferson, picking up cream. Ed also worked for the REC in Jefferson. The couple lived for several years on a farm east of Berkley, Iowa. During those years, Ed worked for the Kent Feed Store in Rippey. He also worked for Priebes and Oscar Mayer in Perry.

Ed dearly loved the horses he raised and he rode for many years. During their 74 years of marriage, Ed and Grayce were seldom apart.  They enjoyed fishing at Spirit Lake, camping, playing cards, going out for coffee and lunch, visiting with friends and going to Meskwaki Casino in Tama.  

He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers: Clifford, Tom and Dwight; and three sisters: Doris Rice, Margaret Fountain and Gertrude Burkett.  Ed’s memory will be cherished by his wife, Grayce, many nieces and nephews and friends.

Hastings Funeral Home, www.hastigsfh.com, (5150 386-8181.

Karla (Blaylock) Bartel, 77 years, 11 months, of Sun City, Ariz. died Dec. 04, 2015.

She was born Jan. 1, 1938 in Jefferson, moved to Torrington, Wyo. in 1950 and graduated in 1956 from Torrington High School. Karla attended University of Wyoming on scholarship and was a member of Chi Omega. She met her husband, Harvey, in Denver and they were married six months later in the Torrington Presbyterian Church, May 18, 1958. Harvey died May 29, 2014, shortly after their 56th anniversary.

Karla and Harv moved to Minatare, Neb. where they farmed. In 1963, they moved southwest of Morrill, Neb., remaining there until 1985. Both of their children started and graduated from Morrill schools. After a few years in Colorado Springs, Colo. and Santa Clarita, Calif., they moved to Sun City, Ariz. Karla retired from the City of Youngtown in 2003.

She was involved in various activities, both her own and those of her husband, children and granddaughters: garden and card clubs, bowling teams, golf, Cub Scouts, Job’s Daughters, school activities, and farming, to name a few. After retiring, she became an active member of the West Valley Genealogical Society serving as a board member in various positions including VP, President, and Past President.

Karla was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. People said “Karla never met a stranger.” Her kindness, generosity, strength and vibrancy will be greatly missed. She kept the entire family in touch by passing along what she talked about with one to others. This was, in part, due to her passion for family history. Her life-long quest centered on learning about her family’s ancestors which she shared it with others. Two of her “claims to fame” are being a 1st cousin, seven times removed of Daniel Boone and 5th cousin, four times removed of President Theodore Roosevelt!

She is survived by son, Gary of Billings, Mont.; daughter, Lori (Tim) Clement and granddaughter, Senna, Phoenix, Ariz.; sister, Karen (Larry) Debus, nephews, Brian and Brent Debus, niece, Suzanne (Roger) Bedient and families all of Alliance, Neb.; sister, Paula (Robert) Foster, Sun City, Ariz.; Clement step-granddaughters, Kirsi (Patrick) Meador, Lafayette, La.; Kaili Young Pivonka, Big Springs, TX; step-great grandchildren, Saige Meador, Tristan Young and Cody Young.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Phyllis and Karl Blaylock; husband, Harvey; brother, Phillip; grand aunt & uncle, Bonita and Gaylord Miller; nephew, David Warman; and step-great grandson, Thomas Young. On Jan. 14, 2016, her step-granddaughter, Kaili Pivonka passed away and was buried in Conroe, TX.

We ask that in lieu of flowers, remembrances be made to the West Valley Genealogical Society (WVGS) because of her lifelong passion for family history and her years of service with the Society. Donations will be used to purchase books that would have been of interest to Karla and may be personalized as a gift from the donor in remembrance. Cards and/or donations should be sent to Family of Karla Bartel, 10421 W. Floriade Dr., Sun City, AZ 85351.

Please join us for a memorial service and reception celebrating her life at First United Methodist Church, Morrill, Neb. on Sunday, May 15, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. with light refreshments in the church basement following the service.

Bobby Daniels, 76, of Jefferson was born August 25, 1939 and passed away at 9:37 a.m., April 13th, 2016 surrounded by his loving family after a 15 month fight with cancer. His battle included a short in-home help from hospice at his daughter, Brinda’s home in Jefferson, where he went daily to see Dimitri, “my boy”, his fishing partner and youngest grandson, and the other day care kids. They all knew him as “Papa.”

Bobby loved the outdoors and being out in nature. He had to have his weekly, sometimes daily, drives to go “check out the river” after coffee and donuts early in the morning. In his younger years, he was an avid hunter following the seasons and loved fishing whenever and wherever he could. He had taken an ocean fishing trip in Cancun in 2004, and in more recent years, annual trout fishing trips to northeast Iowa with “my boy.”

Bobby is survived by his wife of 47 years, JoAnn of Jefferson; son and daughter-in-law, Bobby Jr. and Sharon of Appleton, Wisconsin; daughter and son-in-law, Brinda and Wayne Brown of Jefferson; daughter, Linda Misner of North Dakota; son and daughter-in-law, Danny and Pam Bauer of North Dakota; grandson, Dimitri “Bubba” Brown and granddaughter, Cassie Brown both of Jefferson; granddaughter, Amanda Brown and grandson, Bryan Reiter both of Des Moines; and grandson, Brad Ziemer of Sheboygan Falls, Wisconsin.

As Bobby requested, a private family service is being planned at a later date. Condolences may be sent to the family at 109 Harding Rd., Jefferson, Iowa 50129.

Jeffrey Lynn Etherton, 56, of Jefferson died suddenly Wednesday, April 20, 2016.     

A Service of Remembrance was held Tuesday, April 26 at Slininger-Schroeder Funeral Home with Rev. Sheldon Henderson of Central Christian Church, Jefferson, providing words of comfort. Casket bearers were Doug Brown, Tom Smith, Marty McDonald, Brad Ebersole, Darin Jacobs and Dennis Blum. The recorded music played was “People Back Home” by Florida Georgia Line, “Go Rest High On That Mountain” by Vince Gill, “The Dance” by Garth Brooks, “Amazing Grace” by Faith Hill and “Dirt” by Florida Georgia Line. A Prayer Service was held Wednesday, April 27 at Metz Mortuary in York, Nebraska officiated by Glenn Dallmann. Interment was in Greenwood Cemetery, York.

Jeffrey Lynn Etherton was born May 29, 1959 in Kansas City, Missouri, the son of Lue “Junior” Etherton and Bonnie (Miller) Etherton. Jeff was raised in Guide Rock, Superior, and York, Neb.  He graduated from York High School in 1978 and joined the Army National Guard. In 1979, Jeff married Deborah Teeples in a ceremony in Jeff’s parents’ backyard.

All of his life, Jeff worked as a mechanic. In Nebraska, he worked for Sunflower Trucking, L & W, and Kohls. In 1989, he moved to Iowa and lived in Panora until 1995, then moved to Scranton and, in 2014, he moved to Grand Junction. Over the years, he worked at Little Auto Center in Panora, the Scranton Co-op, Tom Smith in Yale and Rueter’s Red Power in Grand Junction. Recently, Jeff was happily employed at McDonald’s Truck Washout in Scranton.  

Jeff and his family frequently went camping. On most camping trips grandson, Caden joined in the fun. The grandchildren were Jeff’s pride and joy. Jeff did lots of mechanical work on his children’s cars. He loved mechanics. Jeff was also a Nebraska Huskers football fan.

He was preceded in death by his mother and his grandparents.

Surviving are his wife, Deborah; children: Sara Etherton of Grand Junction, Michael Ochsner of Lincoln, Neb. and Charles Ochsner of Maxwell, Neb.; father, “Junior” Lue Etherton of York, Neb.; brother, Michael Etherton of York; sister, Vickie (Ivan) Keller of York; five grandchildren: Caden Etherton, Caleb Ochsner, Elijah Ochsner, Jeremy Ochsner and Jamie Ochsner; nieces and nephews; other relatives and friends.

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Dorothy Lou “Dot” Lawton, 80, passed away Monday, May 2, 2016 at her home in Jefferson.  

Funeral Services were held Friday, May 6 at First United Methodist Church, Jefferson. Words of comfort were given by Pastor Larry Monthei of Hope United Methodist Parish, Cooper. Obituary reading was by Lance Lawton. Eulogists were Kati Nailor and Chuck Offenburger. Honorary bearers were JoElla Lawton, Marty Scheuermann, Esther Monthei, Roberta Meinecke, Ginny Wachenheim, Doris Tipton, Billie Gilkerson, Janette Henning and Sharon Ostendorf. Serving as casket bearers were Lance Lawton, Ethan Dunn, Drew Lawton, Nic Lawton, Will Nailor, Justin Towers, Shawn Scheuermann and Reed Larson. Soloist, Kenny Monthei was accompanied by Matt Schutt and the musical selections were “Here I Am Lord,” “Thank God For Kids,” “On Eagle’s Wings” and “What A Wonderful World.” Interment was in Franklin Township Cemetery, Cooper, Iowa.

Dot, daughter of Cyril and Luella (Gardemann) Boddicker, was born January 6, 1936 at her family farm near Newhall, Iowa. She graduated valedictorian with the Newhall class of 1953. She played basketball during her four years of high school, wearing the lucky number “22.” She met Gerald during that time while he was teaching and coaching at Newhall. Following her graduation, Dot attended Iowa State College for the summer and went on to work at Stamates Publishing Co. in Cedar Rapids until she and Gerald were married on February 27, 1954.

Dot and Gerald made their home in Floyd, Iowa for a year before moving back to the family farm, near Cooper. As many people say, “Dot became a vital part of the community as soon as she ‘hit town.” Along with her favorite job of being a mother to her five children, she was active in the United Methodist Church, Franklin Culture Club, Congregate Meals, bridge clubs, and Franklin 4-H.

Dot “produced” the Christmas Eve program at the Cooper United Methodist Church for many, many years. She enlisted the help of others along with the participation of any child that attended the service. It was a production enjoyed by all.

Dot’s life was as full as it could possibly be. She never stopped. Basketball games and other sporting events were a huge part of life for Gerald and Dot. They did not miss a girl’s state basketball tournament in their 52 years of marriage. After Gerald’s passing in 2006, Dot continued to attend the girl’s tournaments, including every game in 2016. She enjoyed traveling with friends and attending the Friday Night and Birthday groups.

“Grandma Dot’, as she was known by any child that met her, especially enjoyed watching her grand-children and great-grandchildren participate in their many activities. Dot was also known for the food she shared with everyone, including her famous scotcheroos, brownies, potato salad and thousands of ham balls.

Dot and her very good friend, Marty Scheuermann, were known to take off at the drop of a hat if something fun or interesting was happening within a 300+ mile radius. The Cooper community was Dot’s extended family, and her legacy will most certainly live on. However, Dot’s biggest legacy is the love she shared with her family.

She is survived by sons: Doug (Karen) of Cooper, Ron (Jane) of Jefferson and Todd (Amy) of Dallas Center; daughters: Ann Lawton of Jefferson and Karin Lawton-Dunn of Grimes; grandchildren: Kati (Will) Nailor of Indianola, Diana (Justin) Towers of Jefferson, Lance Lawton of Des Moines, Crystal Lawton (Shawn) Scheuermann of Paton, Autum (Reed) Larson of Jamaica, Ethan, Bridget and Kylie Dunn of Grimes, and Drew and Nic Lawton of Dallas Center; seven great-grandchildren: Cooper, Maggie and Wesley Nailor of Indianola, Nathan and Natalie Towers of Jefferson and Gavin and Haley Scheuermann of Paton; sister, Marcia Dircks of Rochester, Minn.; nieces; nephews and numerous friends.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Gerald Lawton; parents, Cyril and Luella Boddicker; sister, Maryls Boddicker and in-laws Harvey and Nellie Lawton. Also preceding Dot were grandparents, aunts and uncles, and other special relatives and friends.

Slininger-Schroeder Funeral Home, (515) 386-2171.

Raymond Collins, 85, of Scranton, Iowa died May 7, 2016 in Scottsdale, Arizona.   

On Saturday, May 21, the family will greet friends at Slininger-Schroeder Funeral Home in Jefferson beginning at 1 p.m., with a Funeral Liturgy service at 3 p.m. Father Don Reis and Father Clair Boes will be celebrants. Interment will be in the Scranton Township Cemetery. Following the committal at the cemetery, friends and family are invited for food, drinks and conversation at the Collins family farm.

The family suggests memorial contributions be directed to the Greene County Fair Capital Project, the Ralston Volunteer Fire Department or Hospice of the Valley in Scottsdale, Ariz.

Raymond Leonard Collins was born March 19, 1931 to parents Maurice and Rose (McCoy) Collins of Lohrville, Iowa. He graduated from Lohrville High School in 1949. He married Ardys Boes of Breda, Iowa on November 10, 1953 and moved to the farm in Greene County. There, they raised four children: Anthony, Elizabeth, Jennifer, and Melissa.

Ray was a lifelong farmer,, always expanding business through raising various crops and livestock as well as installing center pivot irrigation systems in the 80’s. He was recognized as Greene County Outstanding Young Farmer and the recipient of Master Corn Growers recognition. Through the years he was active with 4-H clubs, a member of the Scranton telephone board, Ralston volunteer fire department, and St. Paul’s Catholic Church. He enjoyed woodworking from his own furniture designs, especially as a gift to others. Ray was a great storyteller and loved learning, often relating history to current events. He enjoyed taking the family on yearly vacations and especially adventures to Ireland, Brazil and the Masters golf tournament in his later years. Piloting his plane and driving a great car were points of pride and joy. Ray also liked treating family and friends with original “Just A Note To Let You Know” poems. Golfing and playing poker were favorite forms of entertainment.

Raymond was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Ardys; son, Anthony (Tony); brothers, Francis and Richard; and son-in-law, Michael Thompson.

Ray is survived by daughters: Elizabeth Collins of Council Bluffs, Jennifer (Matthew) Taylor of Scottsdale, Ariz. and Melissa Thompson, of Palm Coast, Fla.; grandchildren: Emily Taylor of Phoenix, Ariz., Adam Taylor of Porto Alegre, Brazil and Anthony Taylor of Brooklyn, N.Y.; as well as one brother, Jack (Shirley) of Rockwell City, IA.

The family is very grateful for Ray’s extended family and friends that have loved and supported him over the years.

Slininger-Schroeder Funeral Home, (515) 386-2171.

Jack Merlin Harbaugh, 85, of Jefferson passed away Tuesday, May 3, 2016 in his home surrounded by his family.

A service of remembrance was held Saturday, May 7 at Slininger-Schroeder Funeral Home, Jefferson with words of comfort given by Minister, Bob McKnight. “Beyond The Sunset” by Pat Boone was played. Honorary bearers were Jax Carstensen, Jayden Carstensen, Eli Carstensen, Brady Carstensen and Maddox Carstensen. Casket bearers were Kevin Wittfoth, Todd Wittfoth, Nicholas Dinkel, Matthew Rickers, Steven Schuttler and George Walker. Interment was in Jefferson Cemetery.

Jack Merlin Harbaugh was born on August 13, 1930 in Greene County, Iowa, the son of Merritt Harbaugh and Elma Gliem Harbaugh. Jack grew up mostly in Jefferson and graduated from Jefferson High School in 1948. After high school, he worked as a supervisor for the Dairy Herd Improvement Association before going to work for Thermogray in Jefferson. He spent time working at various gas stations and car dealerships, including Harrison Ford.

On December 28, 1957, Jack was united in marriage to Joan Price at the First Baptist Church in Jefferson. After moving to Nebraska for a year, they returned to Jefferson to make their home. They were blessed with three children, Michael Paul, Chris Merlin, and Carrie Jo.

In 1968, Jack opened his own business, Jack’s Auto Reconditioning Service and Sales. Joan helped him throughout the years and at a very young age, Mike joined his parents in the business, which to most people was known simply as Jack’s Auto. Over the years they sold thousands of cars to people all over Iowa and many other states. In 2003, with plans to retire, Jack sold the business to Mike. Retirement didn’t mean slowing down for him. He continued working along side Mike nearly every day still enjoying buying and selling cars and visiting with the many people who came through the doors.

Jack had a lifelong love of cars. He loved them all, but especially antiques. He not only built his business around cars, but they were also his hobby. He was a member of the Boone Tall Corn Club, the VCCA Chevy Car Club, and the Des Moines Regional AACA Car Club.  He enjoyed going to any activities involving cars, whether it be auctions, shows or various get togethers with club members.

In his later years, he enjoyed spending weekends with his wife, Joan, visiting various casinos or in Des Moines wandering the aisles of Costco. Jack loved to tell stories. He shared memories from his past with his siblings, who were known to each other mostly by their nicknames, Gooch, Gage, Jake, and Squirt. He shared everyday happenings usually involving the person sitting right next to him winning a jackpot at the casino.

Jack was preceded in death by his parents and an infant brother, Merritt Leroy Harbaugh.  He is survived by his wife, Joan Harbaugh; his children: Michael (Tawnya) Harbaugh, Chris, (Jerilynne) Harbaugh, and Carrie (Gary) Carstensen all of Jefferson; 11 grandchildren: Cassandra Harbaugh, Allison (Zackary) McEntire, Matthew and Kasey Rickers, Ashleigh and Nicholas Dinkel, Jax, Jayden, Eli, Brady and Maddox Carstensen; 2 brothers, Gaylon (Janice) Harbaugh and Gary Harbaugh both of Jefferson; sister, Linda Cormaney of Webster City; sister-in-law, Kathleen Wittfoth of Waterloo; other relatives and many friends.

Slininger-Schroeder Funeral Home, (515) 386-2171.

Max LeRoy Kersey, 90, of rural Grand Junction, passed away Friday, May 6, 2016 at Greene County Medical Center in Jefferson.

A prayer service was held Monday, May 9 at St. Brigid Catholic Church, Grand Junction with Fr. Jeff Schleisman, presiding. Mass of the Resurrection was held Tuesday, May 10. Father Jeff Schleisman was the celebrant with lectors, Connie Burkett and Jackie Ostrander, and Eucharistic Ministers, Linda Tipton and Deb Cooklin. Gift bearers were Connie Burkett, Linda Tipton, Deb Cooklin and Jackie Ostrander. Music was provided by Sheilah Pound. Honorary bearers were granddaughters: Heather Lohse, Jaimi Bird, Kashia Cooklin, Stephanie Wedeking and Sara Ostrander. Serving as casket bearers were grandsons: Chan Burkett, Tony Burkett, Andrew Burkett, Levi Tipton, Ryan Cooklin, Kris Ostrander and Reed Ostrander. Interment was in Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Grand Junction.

Max, son of John and Elsie (Farley) Kersey, was born October 29, 1925 in Jefferson. He attended rural school in Greene County and graduated from Grand Junction High School in 1943. Max was united in marriage to Ramona Jane Rhodes on December 28, 1948. They have were happily married for 67 years. They are parents to four daughters: Connie, Linda, Debra and Jacalyn. Max and Ramona farmed, raising corn, soybeans, hay and cattle. He also did a lot of custom farm work from Churdan to Perry. Max took great pride in his farm work and maintaining his shiny, red equipment. Max and Ramona were honored in 2012 with the Iowa Department of Ag & Land Stewardship Century Farm designation.

He enjoyed all of his family time boating and camping, as well as sharing his hobbies of tractor pulling, classic cars, WHO tractor rides and NASCAR races. He and Ramona liked to travel and especially enjoyed going on cruises. They spent the last 20 years together wintering in Mesa, Arizona, creating many fond memories. Max enjoyed many friends and neighbors in Iowa and Arizona, especially the neighborhood card club and T’Bird Club.

The activities of his grandchildren and great grandchildren brought many smiles.

Max was active in church and community, participating in the Greene County Cattlemen, East Greene School Board and was a long term director at St. Brigid Catholic Church.

Max is survived by his wife, Ramona; his daughters: Connie (Mick) Burkett, Linda (Tim) Tipton, Deb (Randy) Cooklin and Jacalyn (Kevin) Ostrander; his twelve grandchildren: Chan Burkett, Heather (Anthony) Lohse, Tony (Wendy) Burkett, Andrew (Kelly) Burkett, Jaimi (Paul) Bird, Levi (Jennifer) Tipton, Kashia Cooklin, Stephanie (Nathan) Wedeking, Ryan Cooklin, Kris (Emily) Ostrander, Sara (Ryan) Ostrander and Reed Ostrander; nineteen great-grandchildren: Seth (Maci) Watts, Cody Burkett, Mason Burkett, Quinn Lohse,  Zoey Lohse, Libby Lohse, Josie Burkett, Addie Burkett, Lily Burkett, Samantha Burkett, McKenzie Burkett, Maxwell Bird, Mitchell Bird, Liv Tipton, Charles Cooklin, Kersey Wedeking, George Wedeking, Ella Ostrander and Lincoln Ostrander; his brothers, Donald (Janice) Kersey and Darrell (Jo) Kersey; nieces and nephews.

Max was preceded in death by his infant daughter, Judy; his parents, John and Elsie Kersey; siblings, Lloyd (Joyce) Kersey and Veva (Elden) Hansen; and in-laws, Elmer and Goldie Rhodes.

Slininger-Schroeder Funeral Home, www.sliningerschroeder.com.

Marjorie Robson died May 10, 2016 at her home in Jefferson. She was 90 years of age. Private graveside services were held May 13 at the Junction Township Cemetery, Grand Junction.

Marjorie Ann Teagarden Robson was born in Junction Township, Greene County on June 11, 1925. She was the daughter of Ralph and Bessie (McCuen)Teagarden.

Marjorie graduated from the Grand Junction Consolidated School. She was united in marriage with Sheldon Clare Robson in Dearborn, Michigan at the First Methodist Church on June 11, 1943. To this union, one daughter was born, Susan Rae. Marjorie resided in Detroit, Mich., Grand Junction, and Jefferson. She lived on the Lincoln Highway most of her life, being a homemaker.

Marjorie joined the First United Methodist Church in Grand Junction as a youth and remained a member her entire life. She was a charter member of V.F.W. Auxiliary Grand Junction, a charter member of the Pleasant Hill Memorial, a 4-H leader, a Pink Lady with the Greene County Hospital Auxiliary for over 25 years, a past member of Lakeside Golf Club, a board member of Elder Serve and the Historical Museum and a charter member of the Lincoln Highway Association.

Preceding her in death were her parents; one brother, Wilbur Teagarden; and her husband, Clare. She is survived by her daughter, Susan; her husband, Harold Morlan; sister, Betty Reinhardt; two grandchildren, Kellie (Pat) Henderson and Todd Fagen; and eight great-grandchildren: Josiah, Jonathan, Jadon, Micha, and Caleb Henderson, and Ashlyn, Austin and Rylee Fagen.

Slininger-Schroeder Funeral Home of Jefferson was in charge of arrangements.

Evelyn Ann (Annear) DeWald was born August 15, 1935 to Eldon and Isabelle (Gute) Annear at their home in Old Carrollton. God called her home on May 12, 2016 at the age of 80 years 8 months and 27 days at the Boone County Hospital with the services of Israel Family Hospice.

Funeral services were held Monday May 16, 2016 at the Lohrville United Methodist Church with Pastor Sue Thomas officiating. Burial was made in the Highland Township Cemetery at Churdan. Musical selections “The Old Rugged Cross,” “In the Garden” and “Wind Beneath My Wings” were sung by Roger Blanchfield and accompanied by organist, Nila Spencer. The congregation sang “Here I am Lord”. Serving as casket bearers were Alan Brommel, John Henderson, Lee Gute, Gerald McComb, Alan McComb, Doug McComb and Darwin McComb. Honorary casket bearers were Dick Hardaway, Robert Gingery, Denny Gravitt, Arnie Lyons, Rick Bryce, Bill Bryce and Joseph Mulvihill.

Evelyn was the second of three children. She had a sister, Betty and a brother, Alvin. Evelyn attended schools in Bayard and Coon Rapids before moving to the Lohrville area in the 4th grade. Growing up she worked on the farm milking cows, taking care of chickens and helping her mother with her brother who was born crippled.

Evelyn graduated from Lohrville School in 1953 and moved to the Des Moines area for employment, but returned home on weekends and holidays. Evelyn met her husband (Ruben) at the Adaza Store which her sister was operating at the time. They were united in marriage on February 5, 1955 at the United Methodist Church in Jefferson. To this union two daughters were born, Pamela and Paula.

Evelyn was a member of the Lohrville United Methodist Church. She was a member of the UMW and made noodles for many years for the chicken noodle dinners and church bazaar.

She enjoyed being outside in the warm weather working in her gardens and fishing. Over the past several years, she raised all of her own vegetables and flowers that she planted and also shared her extra plants with others. She told many stories about going hunting with her father in the timber area where they lived. Evelyn enjoyed canning and would can or freeze the vegetables she raised not only for herself but also for her daughters, granddaughter and others. She also enjoyed going to Canada fishing with her family and cousins. They shared many good times together having a feast on the fresh caught fish for that day. Evelyn enjoyed making large trays of candy at Christmas time to send to work with her daughters. She also enjoyed making her great grandchildren their favorite desserts for their birthdays. Evelyn and her daughter enjoyed working together sewing special projects for the church’s UMCOR projects in the fall.

Those who proceeded her in death were her husband, Ruben; parents, Eldon and Isabelle Annear; brother, Alvin Annear; and sister and brother in law, Tom and Betty Mulvihill.

Left to morn her passing are her daughters, Pamela DeWald of Churdan and Paula Redmon of Jefferson; granddaughter, Heather (Mark) Addy of Boone; and four great grandchildren: Kalei Bock, Tegan Bock, Jaelyn Addy, and Rogan Addy. Also, her aunt, Ruth Gravitt of Coon Rapids; sister in law, Ruby Faller of Perry; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Brown Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.